import_bibtex_library · Metis Public Health MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What import_bibtex_library does on Metis Public Health

AI agents use import_bibtex_library to create or update resources in Metis Public Health — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Metis Public Health environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why import_bibtex_library needs a policy

This tool creates or adds new data entries (literature metadata) from an external source, making it a Write operation. It is reversible (entries can be deleted or updated later) and does not execute arbitrary code, destroy data irreversibly, or move money.

From the tool's definition The tool description states it 'Import[s] papers from a BibTeX file into literature_metadata,' which creates new records in the metadata store.

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Verdict

import_bibtex_library Rate-limited

import_bibtex_library stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "import_bibtex_library": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "import_bibtex_library_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Metis Public Health, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about import_bibtex_library

What does the import_bibtex_library tool do? +

Import papers from a BibTeX file into literature_metadata. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Metis Public Health MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on import_bibtex_library? +

Register the Metis Public Health MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for import_bibtex_library: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Metis Public Health. Nothing to install.

What risk level is import_bibtex_library? +

import_bibtex_library is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit import_bibtex_library? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the import_bibtex_library rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block import_bibtex_library completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for import_bibtex_library. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides import_bibtex_library? +

import_bibtex_library is provided by the Metis Public Health MCP server (sveritg/metis_ph). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.